How to Choose the BEST Harness for Your Dog

[@MoppieDun]

This is the most comprehensive harness review, I will keep this in mind. So much thought put into it. Thank you

[@ranchothedog]

Glad it was helpful! 🐾

[@VAHOSS]

@@ranchothedog this is an amazing video. We have a young mountain feist, and we have really struggled to find a good harness for her. Your video is very helpful....thank you

[@jbeachboy100]

@@ranchothedog which is best for dogwalking? Small and large dogs.

[@lucutes2936]

ZOV

[@dtruque]

Agreed!! I didn't know why my dog hated his step in harness and this video was eye opening!! I'm ordering a new harness now 😊

[@emilymarie9796]

I ride horses and this reminds me of how much effort goes into finding the right tack for your horse. It is so wonderful to see someone taking dog anatomy, comfort, and movement this seriously because it makes a huge difference. My sweet Norwegian elkhound mix, Otis, needs a new harness and I appreciate you putting out such comprehensive and useful guidelines!!

[@jessieeee]

I watched DOZEN of videos about different types of harnesses and none of them was this complete! Thank you!

[@ranchothedog]

So happy to hear this 😊

[@lizcorredor3480]

I just I just started watching your video and I absolutely love it what a beautiful dog and you are a great mom❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@raresmircea]

I’m so glad I found someone who cared enough & had the proper understanding to make such a great video on the subject 🙏

[@robertsalay7312]

I’m so sorry I just watched the video about losing Rancho. I’m so sorry. Here is something that helped me, after losing my soul dog in April. Our animals are more than just our pets - they are our fiercest protectors our tolerant therapists, our triest and most loyal friends. In a world where everyone leaves, they show us what it means to stay. They remind us that some hearts will always love us, even when we feel unworthy. They are the first to forgive and the first to forget. They reassure us that our mistakes do not define us and that we are capable and deserving of love, even if we are flawed. They are always excited to see us, even if we are temperamental. They know how to have fun, but also recognize when it is time to console. They wipe away our tears, heal our broken hearts and fill an emptiness we didn't even know existed. Our animals remind us what unconditional love truly means. They assure us that real love isn't circumstantial. There are no conditions. There are no rules. There is no fine print - there is only love. Hold on to your pets, because they will never leave your side. Because they will show you how to love again. Because they truly love you just the way you are.

[@wise1917]

You should be awarded PhD in dog harness! Thank you for sharing your research !

[@ranchothedog]

Thank you, hehe :)

[@deidrapatterson6513]

Thank you for such a thorough review of harnesses.

[@emilysayswords2900]

This video is amazing! The overview of the different types of harnesses, their pros/cons and the detail is outstanding and I wish more people would see this. I also feel like I need to mention that Rancho is absolutely gorgeous. Some other cool harness brands: Ruffwear, Bully Billows and Dog Copenhagen!

[@ForeverInFaith]

Argh, I am literally looking for a review to compare these three brands as they have my final choices of a harness for my rescue dog after researching online 😩 I’m going to have to just find shops that sell them so I can compare them all in person.

[@sylphsarigo1996]

Omg thank you so much for this video! I purchased a blue9 harness about a month ago and was using the front clip while teaching my friends dog not to pull and it definitely made it easier. She's gotten way better at not pulling so I've switched to the clip on the back of the harness and it looks way more comfortable for her. One thing I noticed is that the front clip causes the pressure from pulling to focus on one shoulder much more then the other while the dog is pulling, which I imagine could cause stiff/sore muscles in that shoulder even in a harness that is perfect when the back attachment is used.

[@claudiasquietwalk]

After watching your clearly illustrated explanation about how the dog's shoulders need to move freely, my eyes were opened and I abandoned my plan to buy the Julius K9 harness. Instead I went for one of your recommendations, the Hurtta padded Y harness, and I am extremely happy with it! So is my dog! She is a shelter rescue with some issues and needs the extra safety of a harness. I never liked harnesses before because I thought they encourage dogs to pull, but that is not happening. She is so comfortable in it and moves freely on or off leash and doesn't pull at all. We both feel more secure and relaxed. The padding is great and the chest strap is WELL behind her elbows. The design is simple, not bulky, and just works! I'm so glad I watched your video! Thank you!

[@ranchothedog]

I'm very happy to hear that ❤

[@anshuljaryal3174]

Very informative.Thanks for the information

[@OnreinKalfje]

You got a thumbs up for the dawing, a subscribe for the anatomical explanation

[@rayh1009]

Your recommended brands weren't immediately available, but I found a Y shaped Roman style PetSafe harness after seeing this. At the very least it's a great improvement over the collar that my 1 year old shepherd was choking herself with when pulling hard. Thanks so much.

[@sophiesheinwald]

Highly informative, thank you for going into detail with such authenticity. Excellent!

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks so much! 🙏

[@theladybaltimore]

Holy Crap! This by far is the best source of info on harnesses I've ever seen! ❤❤❤

[@stokedbeachbum]

I bought a no-pull harness that's really easy to slip over my dog's head and then clip under her chest. I chose it because she has a tendency to get scared of everything. She got scared of some rustling flowers and nearly bolted into a business street (She's 50% American Pit Bull, 20% German Shephard, 100% Chicken.) Thank God she had this on because it actually sent her falling to the ground so she didn't get run over. Also, most of the no-pull harnesses I saw also have a clip on the back to use once you teach them not to pull any more.

[@shenz7400]

This is such an impressive and informative video. I’ve learnt so much and thank you for the effort and thought of the video

[@ranchothedog]

Glad it was helpful! 🐾

[@wendywilliams9893]

Really interesting and useful information. Thanks

[@kat200214]

Very helpful thank you! I believe that a front clip harness is better than using just a collar during training, to save the dog's neck and throat from damage. I know it sounds a bit silly, but I rather my dog's gait change a bit, instead of having a trachea or throat injuries. Ideally, the best way to train loose leash walking is on a backclip harness, but a front clip is the next best. You can actually get y shaped front clip harnesses, unlike the one at 10:35, that one has the restrictive strap on the chest. I don't believe in those. Y shaped front clip harnesses like those from Ruffwear, Perfect Fit, or Balance Blue 9, do not restrict movement very much. It's actually been proven now that harnesses do not cause pulling. Harnesses make pulling a bit easier because they don't restrict breathing or cause pain/discomfort like when pulling on a collar, but what's important to remember is that the training is what gets the dog to walk nicely, not the tool. The tool is meant as a safety device so that during training, their sensitive throats and faces won't be damaged. Even if a tool is used to train loose leash walking, it often will not train the desired behavior entirely. Training is the key, the harness is like a seatbelt. We wear seatbelts over our chest and torso, not our necks.

[@rivb9466]

Thank you for this! The step in ones have always been what we’ve used but I’ve always seen the chafing and frcition burns but I didn’t know what harness to get next. At least now I know exactly what I need. Thank you!

[@ranchothedog]

So happy to hear that. :)

[@debasishguha6835]

This is such a lovely video. So informative, and unlike most others, it talks about the nuances that you really need to come to a decision. I had been wandering in the www for a few days, and I am glad that I eventually came here before making a wrong choice that could have had an everlasting impact on my baby. I just want to jump in to the other videos in this channel.

[@pragyajha5968]

I am designing a harness for my design college assignment, thankyou for this video for making me understand the ergonomics of the harness!

[@bow_ttg2049]

Best & most in-depth harness video. Thank you

[@ranchothedog]

Wow, thanks! Glad it was helpful ❤

[@lizcorredor3480]

I like the harness easy walk I always buy it for my dogs

[@kyte.the.adventurer9748]

Thank you this was very helpfull video ai have saved it for another time when I need it.

[@ranchothedog]

Thank you for watching.

[@pamgeminis4518]

Thank you so much for sharing this!!!! I send you love from Argentina!!!!!

[@chisato3558]

I happened to find your video and started watching your videos!! Thanks for all the information that's very helpful and well explained!!!

[@oongoongthesealcommander9156]

Omg! this vdo has great explaination I was looking for very long back. ❤❤❤ Thank you.

[@saltyabyss3981]

this is super informative, thank you!

[@howtocodewell]

Hands down the best video on this subject.

[@Lucythegermanshepherd]

Well this is awesome. very informative. Thank you guys

[@kaidekeeshond6090]

Right!

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks a lot friends ☺️ We’re so glad you learned something new 👍

[@fasnimo0]

This was perfect information to me, thank you.

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks for watching 😘

[@7Vibes2Passion]

Thank you for this well explained video. 👍

[@alice-4766]

Great video!☺️☺️ Super helpful

[@sparrowgeiller9360]

Great information! Thank you.

[@edsonvanderlei777]

Amazing information!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ty show much for yore lessons.

[@awarose]

Really good video straight to the point and lots of info, I've had dogs all my life and have become a bit neardy about harnesses after having some dogs that were hard to find a fitting harness for, but I've never seen such clear examples with how much certain harnesses affects the dogs way to walk. For a larger dog around waist hight that pulls I would suggest a harness with a handle preferably a y front but they are not so common, that way you can just grabb the handle and get a lot more control when needed. It can also help to position the dog correctly when training.

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks, a handle is very handy!

[@teshuvahemmet3036]

Thanks for the information 👍

[@ysplaylist2345]

This is great feedback, thank you Rancho on helping us choose the best harness

[@ranchothedog]

Our pleasure!

[@dominikspieler5308]

wow thanks for this really detailed video!

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks for watching 🤗

[@Joe88Sandra]

The most detailed and accurate explanations I have ever seen. Very organized and very informative. Not only refer to dog harness but the way it's presented. I suppose the lady is very successful in her professional. Excellent.

[@ranchothedog]

So nice of you

[@l3ARTO]

Kool video, learned a lot, now i know which harness to buy. Thankyou.

[@ranchothedog]

Glad it helped

[@abskulOfficial]

Very very useful video. Thank you very much for putting this valuable content out.

[@ranchothedog]

Glad it was helpful!

[@swordofthespiritstudies]

I really liked your description of the various dog harnesses. I have a Shepherd mix and she loves bike joring. We both are new to the sport. I understand Shepherds have a tendency to have hip problems later in life. Is an adjustable harness or a x-backed harness the best for a shepherd’s hips?

[@KristofferSemple]

Great video, very informative. Thanks!

[@ranchothedog]

No problem. Glad you liked it. :)

[@SarahGuadagnin]

GREAT video!

[@ivonne6007]

Amazing content! I did click the like button again for your doggie drawing though :)

[@ranchothedog]

Hehehe 😀 Thank you so much.

[@ghostymeow]

Great video ! Thank you

[@ranchothedog]

Thank you too!

[@violadaily]

I think my comments got deleted as I moved my old youtube channel to a new one. Watching your videos helped me choose the best harness for my dog, and as your recommendation - I chose the Line Harness Grip. I also checked out your review on Julius K9 Y-Harness and decided with Line harness because my dog has very narrow chest. Thank you again for your response and the good reviews. Looking forward to your videos and Rancho :)

[@ranchothedog]

Awww, thanks so much for letting me know. I'm glad I could help. 💙

[@lornamackenzie2525]

Rancho i didn't realise there were so many different harnesses for dogs and how they each protect different areas of the body. 😊🐶💜

[@lornamackenzie2525]

@Peter HarperThey are Peter 🙋‍♀️

[@kaidekeeshond6090]

Yeah right!

[@ranchothedog]

You’re right Lorna. That’s why we decided to make this video and help people choose the best one 🙂 Thanks for watching 😘

[@lornamackenzie2525]

@@kaidekeeshond6090 🙋‍♀️

[@afos32]

Thank you great information

[@ranchothedog]

Glad it was helpful!

[@vickyseidler4917]

Very helpful. I did not know about some harnesses Can do that to a dogs shoulder parts. Definitely something to think about.

[@jjbalala]

Best harness review video I’ve seen! Thanks a lot!

[@ranchothedog]

Wow, thanks!

[@gwencarolinekarapa]

Thank you so much this is save me and my dog ❤

[@ranchothedog]

Awesome 😊 glad you liked it!

[@BerriesandBushcraft]

Oh my goodness, thank you! This video was much more than I expected and was EXACTLY what I was looking for. Best harness review out there.

[@ranchothedog]

Glad it was helpful! 💕

[@gunnarfell2680]

thank you so much i have been trying to figure out a good running harness for my pup and this helps so much

[@ranchothedog]

happy to help :)

[@RuffnItOutdoors]

Your so good at this stuff man I need to get better, your an expert on education and information for people

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks so much, Josh. I really appreciate that. 😊 I'm no expert, but If this video helps someone choose the right harness for their dog, I'll be more than happy :)

[@RuffnItOutdoors]

Rancho The Dog it was great info

[@SmudgetheBeagle]

Thanks guys - an informative video and very interesting. Have a great weekend.

[@kaidekeeshond6090]

You're right this video was awesome

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks for watching Smudgie 🥰

[@Oxford322]

Fantastic things I never thought about !

[@fatimaFatima-wv2tt]

Thank you so much very very useful

[@ranchothedog]

So nice of you

[@cametriaw974]

This was so helpful and informative, thank you!

[@ranchothedog]

You're so welcome!

[@shailsss]

Brilliant presentation 👍

[@ranchothedog]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mothlie]

Out of all the harnesses you recommended in the description, which one do you think would suit a reactive dog that can slip out if she goes backward hard enough? I’ve had such a hard time finding one thats both comfortable and makes it harder to get out of. She can also slip out of a collar, she’s a small dog and I just want to keep us both safe while out on her walks. (This video was very informative! I will definitely refer back to it when harness shopping)

[@nolalongchar]

hi, which harness did you buy? my dog is the exact same!

[@sofienya]

Hi sorry to butt in months later, but a suggestion could be to look into the harnesses with an extra chest strap? I don’t have much information about how well they will fit a dog’s anatomy, but I’ve heard a few people with the same problem as yours who have been very happy about harnesses like that! And I think it would be fairly comfortable and non-restrictive considering it’s basically a Roman style Y shaped harness but with that extra strap under the chest!

[@sofienya]

You can try to google “dog harness no escape” to see what I mean! They do come in a few different designs and again, I don’t know how well they fit a dog’s anatomy, but they might be your solution!

[@ZeusTheGreedyHusky]

Brilliant this is so knowledgeable.. Thank you for sharing this incredible insight

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks so much my friend 🥰 Glad you liked it.

[@sirj9]

Thank you so very much for your informative video. We have a maltipoo that is larger than normal and we have had a challenge finding a good harness. I am now better informed regarding the different types of harnesses. Thanks again.

[@ranchothedog]

Glad it was helpful!

[@unclebrokendownbeamer9645]

Rancho my furry friend, it makes me so happy your hoomans take such great care to make things so safe and comfortable for you 🤗

[@ranchothedog]

They do my friend 😘 I’m sure you take great care of your pupsters too ☺️

[@onetoughchick78]

@Rancho what do you recommend for a mobility assistance service dog? I need her to be able to pull me to standing and help me balance using it.

[@ardv23]

This was very helpful. Thank you soooo much!!!

[@ranchothedog]

You're so welcome!

[@MsLaikaTheHusky]

Great exposé on the different types of harness 😊

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks friend 🥰

[@mikefreeman3772]

Super great video, thank-you.

[@ranchothedog]

Our pleasure!

[@lanchun_kiltro6351]

I understood everything, very well explained, I almost feel like an expert in dog harnesses jajaja thank you very much :)

[@ranchothedog]

Happy to hear that!

[@neiya8862]

Great video

[@ranchothedog]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@geoffreywhite5637]

Different Harnesses is Wonderful

[@kaidekeeshond6090]

Yeah!

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks 😊

[@shilpashiv01]

this is very useful

[@ranchothedog]

Glad you think so!

[@shilpashiv01]

@@ranchothedog how do take care of him everyday after walk. And after bath to control bad odor.

[@ivanka3885]

Hezký, ale já chci víc Ranečka😁🙏big like a přeji hezký víkend Ranečkovic💕🐺

[@ranchothedog]

Hehehe! Ranecek bude 😂

[@Briant24681]

Great video!!!

[@ranchothedog]

Glad you liked it!

[@tbeautje]

Great review. Took me a long time to find the right fit for my spaniels, and ended up with these exact same Non-stop and hurtta Y harness for them :)

[@ranchothedog]

Awesome 👏 thanks for sharing 😘

[@kaidekeeshond6090]

Thanks for this great video fren❤❤❤i learned alot ❤❤❤

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks so much my friend 🥰

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks Peter 🥰

[@Smitman58]

Thx for this very informative video. A roman style harness is also the one my Fenna likes best👊👋

[@kaidekeeshond6090]

You're right

[@ranchothedog]

She knows what’s best for her 🤗

[@aliciaforward2648]

Hi Could you please let me know what the brands of Y harnesses and no pull harnesses are that you used? I am trying to find the best harness for my two Border Terriers. Thanks!

[@Galaxygtag2000]

My dog always used to wear a Norwegian harness and she could not run and we got her a step in no size fit her so we got a roman and she was happy

[@elenavivi2662]

Rancho!!! Thanks for this! I needed to get a better harness for my big dog, Roman harness looks like the one for my lab/pit bull. Your drawing is awesome, the skeletal pics are so informative!!!! Brilliant. Thank you! I love you Rancho! 🥰🐕💋🌹

[@elenavivi2662]

Peter Harper bless you my friend. Stay happy and well. 🌹💕

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks so much my dear friend 🥰 Glad we could help! ☺️

[@anweshadey1461]

This is the most useful information about harnesses. Can’t thank you enough. Could you please tell me what type of harness should I use for my 45 days old gsd? Thanks in advance

[@ranchothedog]

Glad it was helpful! For such a young pup, any adjustable Y-shaped harness will do.

[@anweshadey1461]

Thank you so much for helping!! Your boy is lovely🤗🤗

[@HoppityHare]

Using the two finger gap method with a non-stretch strap across the back can result in damage to the dog's back if your dog is of a configuration where the chest expands considerably during exertion such as running full speed. As the chest expands the strap is pulled down into the back, stressing the spine.

[@donjadog]

Can you suggest a dog harness for a Dutch Shepherd using a springer on a bike?

[@ranchothedog]

I don't know much about the springer, but I think any good Y-shaped harness will do well. My favourite is the Nonstop Line Harness, or the Hurtta Padded Y-harness.

[@alexandrosoto7424]

For a pug with a shortened palate (palate surgery), is non stop dogwear , dog Copenhaguen or hurtta better? Or do you recommend another brand or model?"

[@bambiiiiiiii662]

so many harnesses! he's so happy!

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks 😊

[@50shadesofskittles9]

Fantastic!

[@HouseOfK9]

I am not one that uses or suggests the use of a harness however your video is excellent and I would suggest that folks pay close attention to what you say here, very well done

[@kaidekeeshond6090]

I liked it

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks a lot my friend 😉 I do hope it helps people make the right choices for their dogs.

[@renniechrist8919]

I appreciate your video, now I’m more confused than ever though, I was just going to order any old halter because my vet told me my dog could possibly have a trachea collapse so she recommended a halter but now I do not know which one would be best for that situation, can you recommend a type of harness that would be best for her?

[@pattythehusky]

Hello my friend and Rancho 🐕 So nice content 👍 Thank you for sharing 😊😍🐾

[@kaidekeeshond6090]

Bless you!

[@ranchothedog]

Thanks for watching 🥰

[@Erunei]

Thank you so much for this video, I learned a lot! I've been thinking of getting my dogs padded harnesses, but it's been hard to find actually good information about what kind of harnesses would be best and most comfortable.

[@paulapalmquist5956]

What do you recommend for a Standard American Eskimo Dog, 37#s...I have troub!e with the harness cause g matting. Please help. Excellent video

[@end27]

can you please tell me which brand or model is that roman style harness at 4:06 on the right? i like how on that one dogs front legs are free. normally this type of harnesses tend to dig under their front legs, under armpit.. this one has that strap is really far back on middle of dogs body which makes his front legs move completely freely. i have checked all of those linked in description but i cannot recognize this one and i really wanna get this exact one

[@ranchothedog]

I don't know what brand this harness is. I know 4dox has similar harnesses but not sure if they deliver internationally.

[@nerinablais6623]

What type of harness do you recommend for a chihuahua/beagle hybrid who is more on the beagle size in height and weighs about 20 pounds? I'm trying to find one that my rescue can't easily escape from because she keeps slipping out of the one I have for her even though it's as tight as I can get it while it's also comfortable for her. She's about 3 years old at present and turning 4.

[@nihonkokusai]

You can combine the Julius K9 with a Y piece seperate sold. Love my Stealth Harnass.

[@ranchothedog]

I have seen that. It doesn't change the shape of the chest strap though. I know, I know. Many poeple swear by it. I just wanted to show how it affects a dog's movement. I think for short walks it's not gonna do any harm.

[@thebigwhitedogs8664]

Is your dog a rough collie shepherd mix

[@SPS_survivor]

I’ve been researching harnesses and halti products and I’ve read lots about them basically teaching your puppy/dog to pull and lunge forwards! Harnesses look very uncomfortable for the dogs - just imagine those straps under your armpits as you’re pulling and running. Like husky dogs for instance who wear harnesses that enables them to be able to pull sleds. I think I’m going to stick with a good quality, soft collar and a good lead. I’ve been totally put off by the extendable leads too!

[@susanbeckham9586]

Which harness do you recommend for a 53 lb. GSD who likes to back out of her collar?

[@ranchothedog]

Probably the Hurtta Y harness or Nonstop line harness. There are links in the description on the video. You can take a look 😊